Travel PACU & Pain Management Nurse - $1,768 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Day 1

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll

Travel & licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem

Traveler rewards

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU travel assignment in Amarillo, TX. The role requires travel experience, pain management skills, and a TX or compact RN license. Start ASAP for 13 weeks with 36 hours per week and 12-hour day shifts.

Responsibilities include PACU care, epidural/postoperative pain management, and epidural analgesia with a PCEA pump; Epic EMR experience is required. Orientation is onsite; strict RTO rules apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PACU experience; 5 years preferred.
• Active TX or compact RN license required.
• Travel nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work in PACU and pain management setting.
• Three 12-hour day shifts (6:00–18:30) per week; 36 hours.
• Maintain patient ratio 1:2 and assist with epidural procedures.
• Utilize PCEA pump for patient-controlled analgesia.
• Complete orientation modules onsite (RN 4–6 hours).
• Travelers must adhere to RTO rules and cannot work in pairs.

Skills

PACU nursing

Travel nursing

Pain management

Epidural care

Education

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Amarillo, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PACU position requiring travel experience, pain management proficiency, and a TX or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and pain management setting
• Shift consists of 3x12 hour day shifts from 6:00 to 18:30
• Patient ratio is 1:2
• Assist anesthesia with epidural insertion and post-operative pain management of epidural or intrathecal
• Utilizes PCEA pump for patient-controlled epidural analgesia
• Epic EMR is used and experience is required
• Main responsibilities include post-anesthesia care, assisting with epidural procedures, and post-operative pain management
• Required to complete orientation modules onsite, with RN modules averaging 4-6 hours
• No more than 3 days of requested time off (RTO) will be auto-approved
• No RTO allowed during the first week of orientation or on holidays
• Travelers may not work in pairs or groups

Requirements

• Active TX RN or compact state license required
• Minimum of 2 years of PACU experience required; 5 years preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Certifications needed: BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Epic EMR experience is required
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent staff must be gone at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-628387. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - PACU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.